What You'll Need

Step-by-Step Setup

Charge the battery: Connect the magnetic charging cable to the camera. The LED shows amber while charging and green when full (approximately 3 hours for initial charge).
Download the Arlo app: Install the Arlo Secure App and create an account or sign in to your existing Arlo account.
Add the camera: Tap "Add New Device" in the app and select "Cameras" → "Arlo Pro 4."
Scan the QR code: Find the QR code on the camera or packaging and scan it with the app.
Power on the camera: Press the sync button on the camera. The LED will flash blue indicating it's ready to connect.
Connect to Wi-Fi: Select your 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network from the list and enter your password. Wait for the camera to connect (LED turns solid blue then off).
Position your camera: The app displays a live preview to help you find the optimal angle.
Mount the camera: Use the magnetic mount for easy positioning. For permanent installation, screw the mount base into place first, then attach the camera magnetically.
Configure detection settings: Set up activity zones, motion sensitivity, and notification preferences.

Camera won't connect to Wi-Fi: Ensure you're using 2.4GHz network (5GHz not supported). Move camera closer to router during setup. Check that your Wi-Fi password is correct.
LED meanings: Slow blue blink = ready for setup. Fast blue blink = connecting. Solid blue = connected. Amber = charging. Amber blink = low battery.
Battery draining quickly: Reduce video quality from 2K to 1080p. Lower motion sensitivity. Enable "Optimized" battery mode in Power Management settings.
Motion not detected: Check that motion detection is armed. Verify activity zones cover the desired area. Increase motion sensitivity if needed.
Video lag or buffering: Check Wi-Fi signal strength in camera settings. Consider a Wi-Fi extender if signal is weak. Reduce video quality if bandwidth is limited.